Reliability Engineer

CBRE; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Reliability Engineer in Canada to monitor, analyze, and improve the reliability of mission-critical systems. You will partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering to reduce downtime and extend asset life.

The role emphasizes predictive maintenance, data analytics, and asset management strategies across chiller, boiler, BAS, and critical utility systems. A degree in engineering and 5+ years in reliability are required, with CMMS and Lean Six Sigma as strong assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree and 5+ years in reliability/maintenance engineering.
• Experience developing reliability programs and predictive maintenance plans.
• Strong knowledge of MTBF/MTTR, Weibull analysis, FMEA and RCA.
• Experience leveraging BAS and analytics to improve asset performance.
• Experience setting up or managing a CMMS platform.
• Professional credentials such as CRE or Lean Six Sigma are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reliability/maintenance strategies for critical assets.
• Improve equipment availability and lifecycle performance.
• Lead root cause investigations using 5 Whys, Fishbone, and Failure Analysis.
• Develop predictive maintenance programs and asset performance models.
• Analyze BAS data to identify trends and predict failures.
• Create KPI dashboards and operational reports.
• Support asset lifecycle planning and capital replacement decisions.
• Coach teams and share knowledge across disciplines.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Root Cause Analysis

Predictive maintenance

BAS analytics

Lean Six Sigma

Asset management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Reliability Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Weibull Analysis

Job description

• Chillers

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About The Role

As a CBRE Reliability Engineer, you will monitor, analyze, and resolve system and infrastructure problems of mission-critical operational systems.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for improving equipment reliability, availability, maintainability, and overall operational performance through predictive maintenance, data analytics, root cause analysis, and asset management strategies. This role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to reduce downtime, improve asset life, and drive continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement reliability and maintenance strategies for critical assets.
• Drive initiatives to improve equipment availability, reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle performance.
• Utilize MTBF, MTTR, Weibull Analysis, FMEA, and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) methodologies.
• Lead root cause investigations using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Failure Analysis.
• Develop predictive maintenance programs and equipment performance models.
• Analyze data from Building Automation Systems (BAS) to identify trends and predict equipment failures.
• Develop early warning alarms and alerts using BAS and operational data.
• Support maintenance and reliability programs through CMMS administration and optimization.
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and operational reporting.
• Conduct asset performance reviews and present findings to leadership and client stakeholders.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Gemba Walk methodologies.
• Support asset lifecycle planning, capital replacement recommendations, and reliability improvement projects.
• Experience supporting or analyzing:
• Chillers
• Boilers
• Chilled Water Systems
• Pumps and Motors
• Steam Systems
• Water Treatment Systems
• Generators
• UPS Systems
• Electrical Distribution Equipment
• Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Central Utility Plants
• Define, design, develop, monitor, and refine an asset's maintenance plan. Provide technical support to the site for mechanical equipment and fixed assets.
• Work with engineering and operations teams to perform the evaluation of assets.
• Develop risk management plans that will anticipate reliability-related and non-reliability-related risks that could adversely impact plant operations.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and restore routine technical service and equipment problems.
• Identify faults and symptoms using established processes and procedures.
• Ensure all established policies and procedures are maintained. Maintain documentation of routine maintenance schedules, system configurations, applications, and technical reference materials.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Solve complex problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions.
• Exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information and work to build consensus and convinces to reach agreement.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of Reliability Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or Asset Management experience.
• Experience developing reliability programs, predictive maintenance strategies, and maintenance plans.
• Strong understanding of:
• MTBF & MTTR Analysis
• Weibull Analysis
• FMEA
• Root Cause Analysis
• Predictive Maintenance
• Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)
• Experience leveraging BAS and analytics platforms to improve asset performance.
• Experience setting up, optimizing, or managing a CMMS platform
• Preferred
• P.Eng. designation or eligibility.
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Experience in airports, utilities, power plants, hospitals, data centres, or other critical environments.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE Guideline 180.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary range for this role is between $100,000 to $120,000 annually. The compensation provided to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: Group Retirement Program, Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance and more. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within CBRE.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

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